The 16th Pyongyang Autumn International Trade Fair kicked off Tuesday at the Youth Central Hall.
On Wednesday, Rodong Sinmun reported electrical, electronic, mechanical, construction materials, medical supplies, and food products from over 160 international companies, including Russia, with the theme “Independence, Friendship, Common Development, and Prosperity.”
The newspaper also mentioned that informational sessions on economic exchanges and cooperation would be held during the fair.
Notable figures attended the opening ceremony, including Yun Jong Ho, North Korea’s external economic relations minister, representatives from relevant sectors, workers from participating exhibitors, delegations from various nations, and staff members from diplomatic missions based in North Korea.
The report further stated that Ham Ju Seop, President of North Korea’s Korean International Exhibition Corporation (KIEC), delivered the opening speech, followed by a congratulatory address from Minister Yun Jong Ho.
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